It is horrid that any man, more especially at the price coals now are, should live on the distresses of a community; and any government permitting such an abuse, deserves to be dismissed.
Criticizing the misuse of public funds, he condemns the practice of individuals profiting from community hardship and calls for governmental accountability.
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